Darren Abate, Associated Press
Utah Jazz head coach Quin Snyder walks to the bench during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs, Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, in San Antonio. Utah won 120-111.
For quite a while now, it’s been thought that the Utah Jazz might be “sellers” at the NBA’s trade deadline this year, but as Thursday at 1 p.m. draws nearer, a few factors have developed that may make it a quieter one for general manager Dennis Lindsey and his staff.
First, why did many think the Jazz might be a ready and willing trade partner?